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@uplandMedia Sat, 30 May 2026 11:00:04
UNEB extends registration deadline for 2026 national examinations
Kampala, Uganda | URN | The Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) has extended the registration period for candidates sitting the 2026 national examinations at Primary Seven (P7), Senior Four (S4), and Senior Six (S6) levels. In the same regard, UNEB Executive Director, Dan Odongo, announced that the deadline for normal registration has been extended from … The post UNEB extends registration deadline for 2026 national examinations appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Sat, 30 May 2026 11:00:04
Museveni urges stronger fight against cybercrime and corruption
Kampala, Uganda | URN | President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has called for the strengthening of prosecutorial capacity to tackle rising cybercrime, fraud, corruption, and transnational crime. Museveni warned that criminals are increasingly exploiting digital platforms, cryptocurrency systems, and cross-border networks to commit sophisticated offences that require specialised investigative and prosecutorial skills. In a speech delivered … The post Museveni urges stronger fight against cybercrime and corruption appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@matookerepublic Sat, 30 May 2026 10:29:24
Kampala gets a new weekly comedy and entertainment hotspot
Kampalas party scene is set for a fresh twist with the introduction of 4 Pitchers Midweek Madness, a new weekly entertainment event designed to turn ordinary Tuesday nights into a lively celebration of comedy, music and fun. The event, a collaboration between District Management, 4 Pitchers and Stress Clinic, will make its debut on June The post Kampala gets a new weekly comedy and entertainment hotspot first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@theScribeUganda Sat, 30 May 2026 10:21:43
Church Of Uganda, UCU to loose controversial Ntawo Land, Minister Mayanja Orders cancellation of their Freehold
A major land dispute involving Uganda Christian University (UCU), the Church of Uganda, and the estate of prominent historical figure Hamu Mukasa has escalated after the State Minister for Lands, Dr. Sam Mayanja, directed the cancellation of a controversial freehold land title in Mukono District. In a strongly worded letter copied to President Yoweri Museveni and several top government officials, Dr. Mayanja declared that the freehold title currently held by church-related entities over land at Ntawo was illegally issued and must be revoked immediately. The dispute centers on land originally owned by the late Hamu Mukasa, one of Buganda's most
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@uplandMedia Sat, 30 May 2026 07:00:04
FINANCE: Shs1.7 trillion on general elections, no economic effects
Kampala, Uganda | URN | The government spent 1.508 trillion shillings on the general elections that were held in January/February, with the Electoral Commission accounting for 1.147 trillion of the expenditure as of April this year. This is part of close to 1.7 trillion shillings, the total that was released by the Ministry of Finance, … The post FINANCE: Shs1.7 trillion on general elections, no economic effects appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Sat, 30 May 2026 07:00:04
Nakisunga councilor dies hours after taking oath
Mukono, Uganda | URN | A cloud of shock and grief has engulfed Nakisunga Sub-county in Mukono District following the sudden death of Henry Kittata Naggwano, who passed away just hours after being sworn in as the councilor representing Katente Village. His sudden death on Thursday afternoon turned what had been a moment of political … The post Nakisunga councilor dies hours after taking oath appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Sat, 30 May 2026 05:00:05
Mubaje accuses Hajj officials of turning pilgrimage into business
Kampala, Uganda | URN | The Mufti of Uganda, Sheikh Shaban Ramadhan Mubaje, has accused some officials involved in organizing Hajj pilgrimages of commercializing the sacred Islamic journey, warning that the growing profiteering is fueling confusion, exploitation, and repeated travel failures among Ugandan pilgrims. His remarks come amid fresh controversy surrounding this year's Hajj arrangements, … The post Mubaje accuses Hajj officials of turning pilgrimage into business appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@theguardian Sat, 30 May 2026 05:00:10
More than 150 million people will watch tonight's Champions League final. It's PSG v Arsenal – and most of Africa | Sean Jacobs
Many teams have fans abroad, but the bond between the north London club and ordinary Africans is on a different level. A continent expectsIf Arsenal win the Champions League final later today, expect euphoria across Africa. Judging by the scenes after last week's Premier League title win – their first in 22 years – the celebrations will be immense. Boisterous fans flooded city centres in Nairobi, Addis Ababa, Kampala and Lagos. In Nigeria's Zamfara state, people celebrated in the streets despite rising insecurity as a result of Boko Haram's terrorism.For outsiders, the obvious question is: how did a club from north London become so deeply woven into African popular culture?Sean Henry Jacobs is the founder of Africa Is a Country and edits the Eleven Named People newsletter Continue reading...
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@uplandMedia Sat, 30 May 2026 04:00:10
White House says Trump is in excellent health in results from physical
President Trumps physician said in a letter released Friday that the president is in excellent health, following a physical earlier this week at Walter Reed National Military Hospital.
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@uplandMedia Fri, 29 May 2026 23:00:03
Key U.S. general meets with Cuban military near Guantanamo Bay as tensions simmer
The head of the U.S. militarys Southern Command met Friday with top Cuban military officials at the edge of Guantanamo Bay, a rare meeting as President Trump heaps pressure on Cuba and does not rule out military action.
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@uplandMedia Fri, 29 May 2026 23:00:04
IM Bank Katogo Golf Series returns with Champions League vibes Saturday
Entebbe, Uganda | GOLF CORRESPONDENT | The IM Bank Katogo Golf Series 2026 returns this Saturday, May 30, at Entebbe Club, for the second quarterly and third overall event of the season. The series returns just weeks after it hosted a cross-border leg at the same venue, where the Katogo team beat visiting Kenyan golfers, … The post IM Bank Katogo Golf Series returns with Champions League vibes Saturday appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Fri, 29 May 2026 23:00:04
Wininii Campaign: TotalEnergies Uganda intensifies consumer education on counterfeit lubricants
Kampala, Uganda | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | TotalEnergies Uganda has intensified its nationwide consumer awareness efforts through the ongoing Wininii Campaign, an initiative aimed at educating motorists and riders on how to identify genuine lubricants and protect their vehicles from the dangers of counterfeit engine oils currently circulating on the market. The campaign, which started last … The post Wininii Campaign: TotalEnergies Uganda intensifies consumer education on counterfeit lubricants appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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